B1idiominformalmoneyIELTS-friendly
go halves
USUK
to share the cost of something equally with another person
British and informal: 'go halves with someone on something'. For more than two people, say 'split the cost' or 'chip in'. American: 'go fifty-fifty'.
In context
We went halves on a birthday present for our teacher.
Shall we go halves on the taxi? It is a long way from the airport.
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